Gospel music is a profoundly soul-stirring genre that is rooted in the Christian faith, with its origins deeply intertwined with the African American church experience. It encapsulates a powerful blend of impassioned vocals, resonant harmonies, and grounded, yet often uplifting, rhythms that are designed to evoke spiritual reflection and worship. Interlacing the fervor of preacher's sermons with the communal energy of a choir, gospel songs carry messages of hope, salvation, and praise. Artists such as The Swan Silvertones and The Clara Ward Singers have been pivotal in shaping the genre with their dynamic range, from tender, almost whisper-like reverence to roof-raising exaltations. Accompanied often by piano, organs, or full bands, gospel singers connect listeners with a transcendental musical tradition that continues to resonate across generations, encapsulating both the trials and the triumphs of the human spirit.

Rather Be

London Community Gospel Choir•

Annette Bowen

Single - Released August 9, 2024